Northwestern Medicine · 1 day ago
Facilities Engineer II-Full Time Evenings
1000 N. Westmoreland, Lake Forest, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expNorthwestern Medicine is a leader in the healthcare industry, committed to providing patient-first care. They are seeking a Facilities Engineer II who will operate and maintain building mechanical systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in power plant operations and responding to service requests and emergencies.
Emergency MedicineHealth CareHospitalMedicalNutritionRehabilitation
Responsibilities
Operates and assists in maintaining and repairing all power plant equipment with minor supervision. Monitors other engineering systems and to take emergency actions as necessary
Operates high pressure boilers and related equipment. Which includes chillers, cooling towers, domestic hot water heating system, water heating system, generators, electrical switchgear, energy management system
Properly performs safety checks on plant equipment. Performs repairs and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
Cleans and paints equipment, piping, and associated accessories in power plant and mechanical rooms
Chemically analyzes boiler, chiller, cooling tower and all closed loop systems
Performs chemical analysis test and adds the correct amount of chemicals to keep a prescribed balance in boiler, cooling tower and closed loops
Changes and disposes of chemical drums properly and uses proper safety equipment while working with chemicals. Understands the importance of chemical balance in all systems
Responds to plant emergencies and knows location of firefighting equipment
Responds to service requests and performs problem assessment, troubleshooting, correction, and documentation
Performs scheduled maintenance and inspections in accordance with organizational and regulatory protocols, policies, and standards
Operates facility equipment and systems on a routine and as needed basis in a safe and efficient manner
May assist contractors/vendors with repairs, maintenance, and construction
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
2-3 years relevant building maintenance experience
Technical training in maintenance field; HVAC/R trade school certification or equivalent
Licensed as a Stationary Engineer OR the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire
Valid driver's license (must provide Driving Abstract)
Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 70 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds
Preferred
Hospital or military experience
One year training in Boiler Maintenance
Current universal refrigerant certification
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Loan forgiveness
401(k) matching
Lifecycle benefits
Company
Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine is the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine around a strategic vision to transform the future of health care.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25M2018-06-26Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Howard Chrisman, MD
President and CEO
John A. Orsini, CPA
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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